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Dispersed Camping

Knobstone Trail

CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

Knobstone Trail in Indiana offers a landscape of rolling hills and dense forests. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Clark State Forest and Deam Lake State Recreation Area, providing additional hiking and outdoor activities.

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Location

Knobstone Trail is located in Indiana

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Coordinates

38.46500096 N
85.84361154 W

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Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

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Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Sep. 5, 2025

not accessible

Maybe Google Maps took me to the wrong place (probably not).  I drove back and forth on the road several times looking for this place  The only thing I found was what I believe was the entrance with a cable across it.  There was no place to park otherwise.

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed May. 24, 2025

Top notch place and people

The entire park is just beautiful. It's very family friendly and quiet. The sites are spacious, and there are a lot of nature things to do.

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Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Oct. 29, 2020

The KT earns its nickname 'little AT'

The KT is rugged and has lots of elevation gains over short distances. Everywhere you hike there are lovely vistas and lots of fossils on the trail snd creek beds. You're never too far from water, although the quality may differ depending on the time of year.

Watch out for ticks. My dogs and I got loads of them in April 2020 from Leota to Spurgeon Hollow. There are road crossings every 5 to 10 miles, so if you run out of something or need to bail you can. The KT asks that you respect leave no trace philosophy, and I felt most hikers did.

There is occasional trail magic but don't depend on it if thru hiking. I have not stayed in any campgrounds near the trail, so I can't review those, but the trailheads all have adequate parking and signage, and I found topo maps online for free.

Let someone know your itinerary, have a means for filtering water, and enjoy!

  • Review photo of Knobstone Trail by Maris H., October 29, 2020
Reviewed Aug. 16, 2017

Best backpacking in Indiana!

Most people, even Hoosiers don't realize the Knobstone Trail exists. It's often referred to The Little AT by those who know about it. It's no walk in the park. There are continuous ups and downs that will challenge your leg strength and footing at times. There are plenty of great places to camp along the trail. Water can become scarce in the summer/fall months, but if you walk far enough, you're likely to come by a stream of some sort. Be respectful of the leave no trace rules and if you see any dickheads out there on 4 wheelers, take their picture and report them.

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Knobstone Trail by Dave E., August 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Knobstone Trail by Dave E., August 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Knobstone Trail by Dave E., August 16, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Knobstone Trail have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Knobstone Trail has water hookups.

What is the elevation of Knobstone Trail?

Knobstone Trail is located at 528 feet.

Are fires allowed at Knobstone Trail?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Knobstone Trail, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Knobstone Trail have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Knobstone Trail does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Knobstone Trail?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, good coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.